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May 9, 2013
State Agencies Recognize 10 Businesses for Efforts to Keep Pennsylvanians Working
Hershey – Ten employers and training providers today received Governor’s Achievement Awards for outstanding hiring and workforce development success.
May 7, 2013
Corbett Supports Landmark Legislation for Pension Reform
Sen. Brubaker and Rep. Ross Announce Introduction of Senate Bill 922 and House Bill 1350
May 2, 2013
Governor Corbett Announces Finalists for 2014 Teacher of the Year
Governor Tom Corbett and Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the 12 educators who have been selected as finalists for Pennsylvania’s 2014 Teacher of the Year.
April 30, 2013
Department of Education Releases 2013-14 Referendum Exceptions Report
Harrisburg – The Pennsylvania Department of Education today released the Report on Referendum Exceptions for School Year 2013-14.
April 25, 2013
Governor Corbett Signs House Bill
Harrisburg – Governor Tom Corbett today signed into law the following bill:
April 22, 2013
Four Pennsylvania Schools Receive National Green Ribbon Schools Honors, One School District Awarded District Sustainability Award
Gov. Tom Corbett today announced that the U.S. Department of Education has selected four Pennsylvania schools for the national 2013 Green Ribbon Schools award, plus one school district for the District Sustainability Award.
April 12, 2013
Secretary of Education Announces Saturday Hours for State Library
Beginning April 13, Library to be Open Second Saturday of Each Month
April 5, 2013
Governor Corbett, Carnegie Mellon University Announce Acceptance of Students into the Governor’s School for Sciences Summer 2013 Program
April 4, 2013
First Lady Susan Corbett, Department of Education Team Up to Help Struggling Students
Early Warning System Aims to Keep Students on Track to Graduate
April 3, 2013
Governor Corbett, along with Berks County Legislators, Education and Business Leaders, Discuss Passport for Learning Block Grant Program
Governor Tom Corbett today, joined in Reading by members of the General Assembly and local education and business leaders, talked about reinvesting proceeds from the sale of the state liquor store system into an educational block grant for PA's schools.
March 20, 2013
Secretary of Education Tells Committee Governor Corbett’s Digital Learning Proposal Expands Educational Opportunities for Students
March 15, 2013
Secretary of Education Seeks Revocation of Philadelphia-Based Solomon Charter School’s Charter
School is Violation of the State Charter School Law
March 14, 2013
State Board of Education Finalizes Adoption of Pennsylvania Common Core State Academic Standards and High School Graduation Requirements
Changes Usher in Governor Corbett’s Vision for Students to be Prepared for Postsecondary Success
March 13, 2013
Governor Corbett, along with Delaware County Area Business and Education Leaders, Discuss Plan to Get PA out of Liquor Business, $1 Billion Passport for Learning Block Grant Program
Springfield, Delaware County – Governor Tom Corbett today, joined by local business and education leaders, talked about reinvesting $1 billion in proceeds from the sale of the state liquor store system into an educational block grant for PA’s schools.
March 13, 2013
Secretary of Education Encourages Students to Participate in “In Lincoln’s Footsteps” Speech Contest
Deadline for Submissions Extended to April 15, 2013
February 21, 2013
Secretary of Education Nominates Four Schools for Green Ribbon Schools Award, School District for District Sustainability Award
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today sent to the U.S. Department of Education the nomination of four Pennsylvania schools to compete for the Green Schools Award and one school district for the District Sustainability Award.
February 14, 2013
Corbett Administration Announces $3.7 Million in Grants to Public Libraries
Harrisburg – The Corbett administration today announced that more than $3.7 million has been awarded to 15 public libraries across the commonwealth through the Keystone Recreation, Park and Conservation Fund.
February 12, 2013
Governor Corbett, along with Legislators and Education and Business Leaders, Discuss Passport for Learning Block Grant Program
Governor Tom Corbett, joined by members of the General Assembly, along with education and business leaders, talked today about reinvesting proceeds from the sale of the state liquor store system into an educational block grant for Pennsylvania's Schools
February 5, 2013
Governor Corbett Calls for Four-Year, $1 Billion Investment in Schools
Harrisburg – Governor Tom Corbett today unveiled his 2013-14 state budget that invests an additional $338.1 million into education and ensures that schools provide student-focused educational programs.
February 1, 2013
University Leaders Thank Governor for Level Funding, Agree to Work at Keeping Tuition Increases Low for Pennsylvania Students
Harrisburg – Governor Tom Corbett, joined by a dozen leaders of state universities, announced today that the proposed 2013-14 budget will maintain funding levels for state and state-related universities.
February 1, 2013
Department of Education Releases List of Low-Achieving Schools
As required by law, the Department of Education today published the list of low-achieving schools in which students, who live within the schools’ boundaries, may be eligible to apply for a scholarship through the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit program
January 30, 2013
Governor Corbett Discusses Liquor Privatization Plan in Philadelphia, Highlighting Consumer Choice, Convenience; $1 Billion Proceeds to Education
Philadelphia – Governor Tom Corbett was in Philadelphia today continuing to promote his plan to privatize the liquor system in Pennsylvania and his commitment to the $1 billion in proceeds from the process going to education funding.
January 29, 2013
Secretary of Education Lauds Three Lancaster County School Districts for Innovative, Student-Focused Program
Landisville –Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today applauded Hempfield, Manheim Township and Penn Manor school districts for working together to provide an innovative, online educational program, known as Open Campus PA, for their high school students.
January 28, 2013
Secretary of Education Denies Charters to Eight Cyber Charter School Applicants for 2013-14 School Year
Harrisburg – Citing significant deficiencies in curriculum, finance and overall operations, Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today denied eight cyber charter school applications for the 2013-14 school year.
January 15, 2013
Secretary of Education Announces $1.64 Million in Career and Technical Education Equipment Grants
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced that 31 grants, totaling $1.64 million, have been awarded to 25 career and technical education programs through the Career and Technical Education Equipment Grant program.
January 15, 2013
Governor Corbett Announces Re-opening of Governor’s School for the Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University; Encourages High School Juniors to Apply
Harrisburg – Governor Tom Corbett today announced the re-opening of the Governor’s School for the Sciences at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh for the summer 2013 session.
December 14, 2012
Secretary of Education Announces $479,513 in Safe Schools Targeted Grants
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced that $479,513 has been awarded to 37 public schools through the Safe Schools Targeted Grant to establish and implement programs to prevent and reduce incidents of violence.
December 13, 2012
Secretary of Education Declares York City School District in Moderate Financial Recovery, Appoints Chief Recovery Officer
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today declared York City School District, York County, in Moderate Financial Recovery and appointed David G. Meckley as the district’s chief recovery officer.
December 13, 2012
Secretary of Education Declares Harrisburg City School District in Financial Recovery, Names Chief Recovery Officer
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today declared Harrisburg City School District, Dauphin County, in Moderate Financial Recovery and named Gene G. Veno as the district’s chief recovery officer.
December 4, 2012
Jefferson County Educator Named Pennsylvania’s 2013 Teacher of the Year
2012 Milken Educator Award Winner and Blue Ribbon Schools also recognized
November 29, 2012
Shaler North Hills Library Receives 2012 National Medal for Museum and Library Service
Harrisburg – Shaler North Hills Library in Glenshaw, Allegheny County, was one of 10 recipients across the country to recently receive the 2012 National Medal for Museum and Library Service
November 27, 2012
Gateway School District Educator Wins 2012 Milken Educator Award
Monroeville – Jennifer Hoffner-Turkowski, a teacher at University Park Elementary School in Allegheny County, was surprised this morning with a presentation of the 2012 Milken Educator Award and $25,000.
November 20, 2012
PA Awarded $6.5 Million Grant to Help Students with Disabilities
Harrisburg – The Pennsylvania Department of Education has been awarded a $6.5 million federal grant to provide professional development for educators who provide special education services to students with disabilities.
November 16, 2012
Education Secretary Declares Duquesne City School District in Financial Recovery, Appoints Chief Recovery Officer
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today declared Duquesne City School District, Allegheny County, in financial recovery and appointed Paul B. Long as the district’s chief recovery officer.
September 21, 2012
Secretary of Education Announces 2011-12 PSSA Results
Results reflect actual student performance; investigation of 2009, 2010 and 2011 exams impact statewide scores
August 21, 2012
Education Secretary Highlights Need for Education and Manufacturing Sectors to Work Together
Hanover - Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today visited McClarin Plastics in Hanover to highlight the education recommendations contained in a report issued by Governor Tom Corbett’s Manufacturing Advisory Council.
August 17, 2012
Education Secretary Names Chief Recovery Officer for Chester Upland School District
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today named Joe Watkins as chief recovery officer of the Chester Upland School District, Delaware County.
August 7, 2012
Pennsylvania Meets Federal Requirements for Individuals with Disabilities
Harrisburg – Pennsylvania has met the highest level rating possible under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, the U.S. Department of Education has determined.
August 3, 2012
Public and Nonpublic School Leaders Encouraged to Open Doors to Students Trapped in Low-Achieving Schools
Harrisburg – All of Pennsylvania’s high-quality public and nonpublic schools are invited to sign up to be a receiving school as part of the Opportunity Scholarship Tax Credit Program.
August 1, 2012
Ten Schools to Share $6.9 Million in Federal Funds to Initiate Reform
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the award of $6.9 million in federal School Improvement Grants to 10 of Pennsylvania’s lowest-performing schools.
July 25, 2012
Department of Education Releases List of Low-Achieving Schools
Harrisburg – The Pennsylvania Department of Education today published the list of low-achieving schools.
July 12, 2012
Two Pennsylvania Students Take Seats on State Board of Education
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the induction of the State Board of Education’s newest student representatives, Emily Clark and Kevin Bates.
July 11, 2012
Education Secretary Announces $19.78 Million Awarded to Enhance Academic Opportunities for At-Risk Students
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the 61 awardees that will receive a total of $19.78 million as part of the 21st Century Community Learning Challenge Grant.
July 9, 2012
Four More Cyber Charter Schools to Open in the 2012-13 School Year
Harrisburg – Four cyber charter schools have been authorized to open in the 2012-13 school year, bringing the total number of cyber charters schools operating in Pennsylvania to 17.
July 5, 2012
Philadelphia-Based Frontier Virtual Charter High School Surrenders Charter, Agrees to Terminate Operations
Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced that the Board of Trustees of Philadelphia-based Frontier Virtual Charter High School has voted to voluntarily surrender its charter.
June 30, 2012
Governor Corbett Enacts Landmark School Reforms, Increases Funding
Harrisburg – Delivering on his commitment to reform Pennsylvania’s public school system, Governor Tom Corbett today signed into law legislation that will bring sweeping changes to improve the quality of the state’s education system.
June 11, 2012
Education Department Reminds Families of Free Summer Meal Program
Harrisburg – The Pennsylvania Department of Education today kicked off Summer Food Awareness Week, June 11-15, by reminding families of the services provided by the Summer Food Service Program.
May 24, 2012
First Lady Susan Corbett, Education Secretary Tomalis Honor 2012 Migrant Education Graduates
Harrisburg – First Lady Susan Corbett and Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today recognized 110 students during the 2012 Migrant Education Graduation Ceremony at the State Museum in Harrisburg.
May 23, 2012
Pennsylvania Awards $36.1 Million to Strengthen Literacy Programs
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced that more than $36.1 million in federal funding has been awarded to 56 local education agencies to support literacy programs for students from birth through 12th grade.
May 11, 2012
Pennsylvania Names Finalists for Teacher of the Year Award
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the names of the 12 finalists for Pennsylvania’s 2013 Teacher of the Year.
May 10, 2012
State Board of Education Considers Changes to Graduation Requirements
Harrisburg – The State Board of Education today unanimously voted to consider amending several regulations regarding high school graduation requirements.
April 23, 2012
Four Pennsylvania Schools Earn National Green Ribbon Schools Honors
Harrisburg – Four Pennsylvania schools have earned national 2012 Green Ribbon Schools awards, Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis announced today.
April 19, 2012
Pennypacker Fellowship Program to Announce Grant Recipients
Harrisburg – The Pennypacker Fellowship Scholars-in-Residence Program will announce this year’s grant recipients at noon on Friday, April 20th.
April 17, 2012
Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Semi-Finalists Selected
Harrisburg – The Department of Education today announced 39 teachers have been selected as semi-finalists for Pennsylvania’s 2013 Teacher of the Year award.
April 2, 2012
Department of Education Releases 2012-13 Referendum Exceptions Report
Harrisburg – The Department of Education today released the Report on Referendum Exceptions for School Year 2012-13.
March 22, 2012
Four Pennsylvania Schools Nominated for National Green Ribbon Award
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today nominated four Pennsylvania schools to compete for the U.S. Department of Education’s Green Ribbon Schools award.
February 28, 2012
New Website Details Governor Corbett’s Proposed $338.1 Million Funding Increase for School Districts
Harrisburg – The Department of Education today launched a new website that clearly explains the increases in state taxpayer funding that school districts will receive under Governor Tom Corbett’s proposed 2012-13 state budget.
February 7, 2012
Governor Corbett's Education Budget Provides Flexibility, Accountability
Harrisburg - Governor Tom Corbett today outlined his 2012-13 budget, continuing his call to reform the education system by providing financial flexibility to local school districts, while ensuring the accountability of teachers and school leaders.
January 19, 2012
Department of Education Awards $64.4 Million to Promote Academic Achievement and Assist At-Risk Students in High-Poverty Schools
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the 57 schools and organizations that will receive a total of $64.4 million as part of the 21st Century Community Learning Challenge Grant.
December 29, 2011
Applications Now Being Accepted for the 2012-13 Pennypacker Fellowship Program
The Office of Commonwealth Libraries, within the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission (PHMC), is now accepting applications for the 2012-13 Pennypacker Fellowship Program.
December 23, 2011
Governor Corbett Announces $41.3 Million Federal Education Grant
Harrisburg - Governor Tom Corbett today announced that Pennsylvania has been awarded $41,326,299 under the federally-funded “Race to the Top” grant program.
December 6, 2011
Centre County Educator Named Pennsylvania’s 2012 Teacher of the Year
Hershey - Education Secretary Ron Tomalis last night announced the 2012 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year, as well as recognized the 2011 Milken Educator Award winner and 14 Blue Ribbon Schools during the Keystone Awards of Excellence banquet in Hershey.
October 25, 2011
Governor Corbett Commends Lawmakers for Education Reform Work
Harrisburg – Governor Tom Corbett is pleased to see legislative movement on the important issue of education reform and commends the Senate Education Committee on today’s vote.
October 20, 2011
Governor Corbett Nominates Feather Houstoun to Philadelphia School Reform Commission
Harrisburg – Governor Tom Corbett today announced that he has nominated Feather O’Connor Houstoun to the Philadelphia School Reform Commission.
October 11, 2011
Governor Corbett Outlines Agenda for Education Reform
York - Governor Tom Corbett today outlined his agenda for education reform in Pennsylvania.
October 4, 2011
Education Secretary Congratulates Pittsburgh Public School Teacher for Earning 2011 Milken Educator Award
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today congratulated Steven Scoville, an 11th- and 12th-grade Advanced Placement Physics teacher at Brashear High School.
September 29, 2011
Department of Education Announces Results of 2011 PSSA Exams
Harrisburg – The Pennsylvania Department of Education today released the results of the 2011 Pennsylvania System of School Assessments (PSSA) administered in the spring.
September 21, 2011
More Than 100 Entities Sign Up to Participate in Teacher and Principal Evaluation Pilot Program
Harrisburg – Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced that 104 K-12 entities have signed-up to participate in the new teacher and principal evaluation pilot program.
September 15, 2011
Three Pennsylvania School Districts Receive Healthier US School Challenge Awards
Harrisburg - Ten schools in the Commonwealth have been recognized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for their dedication to serving healthy choices for school lunch and encouraging students to participate in physical activity.
September 12, 2011
Pennsylvania Awarded College Access Challenge Grant to Prepare Students
Harrisburg – Pennsylvania has received more than $3.9 million from the federally funded College Access Challenge Grant Program.
September 2, 2011
U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Summer Champion Award Presented to Three Summer Food Service Programs in Pennsylvania
Harrisburg-Three Pennsylvania Summer Food Service Programs have received the Summer Champion Award.
August 23, 2011
Education Secretary Announces $66 Million Awarded to Reform
Harrisburg - Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the award of $66 million in federal School Improvement Grants (SIG) to 26 of Pennsylvania's lowest-performing schools - representing only a fraction of schools eligible for the funds.
August 19, 2011
State Department of Education Meets Requirements of IDEA
Harrisburg – Pennsylvania has earned the highest level possible under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the U.S. Department of Education has determined.
July 28, 2011
Finalists for Pennsylvania's 2012 Teacher off the Year Announced
Harrisburg - Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the names of the 12 finalists for the state's 2012 Teacher of the Year.
July 20, 2011
State Board of Education Adopts Cut Scores for Keystone Exams
July 15, 2011
Department of Education Announces Website for Families to Locate Summer Meal Program Sites
Harrisburg - The Pennsylvania Department of Education today announced the availability of a website to help low-income families find a summer meal location for their children.
July 1, 2011
Secretary of Education Announces Governor Corbett’s Investment in Education
Harrisburg - Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today announced the funding allocation for education in the 2011-12 state budget.
June 30, 2011
Governor Corbett Signs Budget, Cutting Spending, Without Tax Increases
Harrisburg-Gov. Tom Corbett today signed the 2011-12 budget which cuts government spending, does not raise taxes, includes property tax reform, and restores common sense to the state spending process.
June 2, 2011
Department of Education's Principal Leadership Program Helps Students Achieve, Study Says
Harrisburg - A new study shows Pennsylvania's ongoing executive development program for school principals is producing significant gains in student achievement, Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis an announced today.
June 1, 2011
Secretary Tomalis Honors 2011 Migrant Education Graduates
Harrisburg –Secretary of Education Ron Tomalis today recognized 115 students during the 2011 Migrant Education Graduation Ceremony at the State Museum in Harrisburg.

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